Beyond by RS2, the innovation brand of RS2 Financial Services GmbH, has secured Principal Issuing Membership with Mastercard in Europe, granting it full authorization to launch and manage payment card programs directly. This development positions Beyond by RS2 among a select group of providers in the region with comprehensive issuing capabilities, allowing it to assist fintechs, corporates, retailers, and banks in developing flexible, compliant, and scalable card programs.
The new issuing capabilities offered by Beyond by RS2 include BIN sponsorship, which allows companies to initiate card programs without requiring their own license. Additionally, it provides co-branded card solutions designed to enhance customer loyalty and engagement for various organizations, such as sports clubs and retailers. The company offers a range of flexible card options, including debit, credit, prepaid, and commercial cards, available in both physical and digital formats, with support for Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Furthermore, Beyond by RS2 delivers end-to-end program management services. This encompasses all aspects from branded card products to customer support, fraud prevention, and compliance. The company also leverages its regulatory expertise to facilitate rapid and secure program launches across the EU and EEA.
Jens Mahlke, CEO of RS2 Financial Services GmbH, stated, “Achieving Mastercard principal issuing status marks an exciting new chapter for Beyond by RS2. We can now help our clients bring innovative payment products to market faster, from co-branded cards to full-service issuing, while giving them the confidence of operating under our regulated framework.”
With the integration of issuing services alongside its existing acquiring and processing capabilities, Beyond by RS2 now presents a unified solution for organizations aiming to enter or expand within the payments sector. This includes support for various products such as employee benefits and expense cards, loyalty programs, fuel cards, and early wage access solutions. As an integral part of the RS2 Group, Beyond by RS2 benefits from direct access to established payment infrastructure and advanced processing technology.
By combining sophisticated technology with regulatory and operational expertise, Beyond by RS2’s new issuing hub is designed to empower clients and partners to innovate, scale, and confidently expand their operations across the European market.
Beyond by RS2 is the innovation brand of RS2 Financial Services GmbH, which is part of the global RS2 Group. It provides modern, flexible payment solutions for businesses of varying sizes and industries through its cloud-based platform. This platform integrates issuing and acquiring services with real-time insights and advanced orchestration to support seamless and scalable payment experiences.
RS2 is a global provider of payment technology solutions and processing services. The company offers a unified approach to payment management across all channels for various entities, including banks, integrated software vendors, payment facilitators, independent sales organizations, payment service providers, and businesses worldwide. Its cloud-native platform supports both issuing and acquiring operations, featuring an orchestration layer that integrates business operations and provides comprehensive analytics, reporting, and reconciliation tools. RS2 assists clients in global expansion through a single integration, aiming to improve efficiency, conversion, and profitability.
